A new survey of Orlando-based tradespeople from Dewalt found that 78% of tradespeople agree that the initial buy-in cost of tools, which can range from several thousands to upwards of $10,000, was a barrier to getting started in their career.

The company will close its Warren, Arkansas, solid hardwood flooring manufacturing facility. Production will be moved to the AHF Beverly, West Virginia, facility, the largest solid hardwood flooring plant in North America, and the AHF West Plains, Missouri. 

Big D Floor Covering Supplies is Tarkett's existing distribution partner with locations in California, Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico and Texas.

Visitors to the center can explore Senso's collection of recyclable resin flooring solutions.

The Residential segment was penalized by inflation and rising mortgage rates, which have led to a sharp reduction in new construction and renovation projects.

A diverse lineup of subject-matter experts will lead sessions designed to help conference attendees gain the insights needed to enhance operational efficiency, increase the bottom line and ultimately, grow their business at the 2024 NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention held October 22-24, 2024, in New Orleans, Louisiana.

The recent Flooring Sustainability Summit brought together industry leaders, innovators, and experts to address critical challenges and opportunities in advancing sustainable building practices within the flooring sector. 

The company's performance reflected focus on sales initiatives, cost containment, and restructuring actions. 

The Dodge Momentum Index (DMI), issued by Dodge Construction Network, increased by 10.4% in June to 198.6 (2000=100) from the revised May reading of 179.9. Over the month, commercial planning increased 14.5% and institutional planning ticked up 0.2%.   

The criteria, which varied somewhat from category to category had one constant, however. Entrants in all the categories were judged on “Positive impact on life and the human experience.”